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Abandoned Gabriel found in a stable
Gabriel
Stray dog found by Battersea has a festive tale

A young stray dog found taking shelter in a stable just weeks before Christmas has been festively named Gabriel by staff at Battersea Dogs and Cats Home.

The two-year-old Saluki was found by a member of the public earlier this December as he hid in a stable near Farnborough.

After being taken to the Battersea centre in Englefield Green, it was discovered Gabriel did not have a microchip and could not be traced to his former home.

Battersea's Old Windsor centre manager, Kaye Mughal, said: "It is a huge coincidence that Gabriel was found in a stable this close to Christmas, but we’re happy he has now been brought in from the cold, and there is definitely room for him in our inn.

"He is a healthy and happy boy who would suit a home with owners who have experience with the breed, and children over the age of 13 years old."

A special episode of Paul O'Grady for the Love of Dogs was aired on ITV1 at 5.15pm on Christmas Day, showing the journeys of Battersea dogs searching for new homes.

Image credit: Battersea Dogs and Cats Home

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Vets launch new podcast for pet owners

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 Two independent vets have launched a podcast to help owners strengthen their bond with pets. Dr Maggie Roberts and Dr Vanessa Howie, who have worked in both veterinary practice and major charities, are keen to use their experience to enable people to give pets a better life.

The venture, called Vets Talking Pets, provides advice and information on a range of topics, including how to select a suitable pet, where to obtain them and how to get the best out of your vet. Maggie and Vanessa will also discuss sensitive subjects, including end-of-life care, raw food diets and the cost of veterinary care.

The podcast can be found on all the usual podcast sites, including Podbean, Apple, Amazon Music and YouTube. 

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BEVA CPD course explores sino-nasal disease

The British Equine Veterinary Association (BEVA) will host a new CPD course exploring the diagnosis of sino-nasal disease.

Led by Safia Barakzai, Henry Tremaine, Justine Kay-Smyth and Neil Townsend, the course aims to support experienced equine vets dealing with nasal discharge cases.

The course will be presented through a series of practical sessions, accompanied by case-based learning. Attendees will be guided to improve their oral examination technique and radiographic approach, as well as learning how to make good use of endoscopy and oroscopy.

BEVA says that learners can combined these skills to perform a 'logical, efficient investigation', with better clinical decision-making and fewer unnecessary steps.

The course will take place on Tuesday, 21 July at the University of Surrey. For more information or to book, visit the BEVA website.